What Is The Cause And Treatment For Watery Eyes In A Child?

Posted on Sat, 2 Aug 2014

Question: Hi, , my 2 year old daughter has had watery eyes for over 3 weeks.
Pls advice.

Answered by Dr. Arun (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
could be allergic conjunctivitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to health care magic.
From your description , it looks like she has got allergic conjunctivitis.
Persistent watery eyes if not red , can respond to oral antihistamines.
I usually try cetrizine syrup 3ml twice a day to see if it responds.
Avoid dust exposure and treat associated cold if present.
Avoid eye drops without getting her examined by an ophthalmologist.
Wishimg speedy recovery.
Regards
Dr Arun

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